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Romanian-American artist Alexandra Nechita said she wants her sculpture to represent female power and love.
Romanian-American artist Alexandra Nechita said she wants her sculpture to represent female power and love. (City of Beverly Hills)

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Veteran LAPD Officer Arrested On Child Porn Charges

James Diamond, a 25-year LAPD veteran, has been arrested on suspicion of possessing and distributing child pornography.

Knott's Berry Farm Reopens, Hospitality Jobs Hiring Across OC

As Orange County's numbers improve and normalcy is returning in advance of summer, area restaurants and hotels are once again hiring.

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Kim Kardashian Denies Role In Smuggling Of Ancient Sculpture

An ancient, 5-ton Italian sculpture was seized by customs officials as it was being shipped to Kim Kardashian, according to prosecutors.

$1M Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Los Angeles County

Are you holding the winning ticket worth $947,704?

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OC Convicted Spousal Abuser Arrested For Killing Wife: Report

He was ordered to participate in a batterer's treatment program in November. On Tuesday called the Irvine Police, saying he killed his wife.

Beverly Hills Installs Love Anatomy Sculpture

The city just added an eight-foot tall sculpture by Romanian-American artist Alexandra Nechita to the Burton Way median.

Southwest Airlines System Outage Causes Issues At Burbank Airport

Hollywood Burbank Airport said customers should allow extra time to check-in due to the delays.

Black Drivers 5 Times More Likely To Get Pulled Over In LA: Study

Both Black and Latino drivers face a substantially higher risk of being pulled over and arrested by the LAPD than white drivers.

Hummus & Pita Co. To Open 1st CA Locale In San Fernando Valley

Other possible California sites for Mediterranean chain scouted for Toluca Lake, Studio City, Burbank, Santa Monica, WeHo & Mission Hills.

Acclaimed Chef Nancy Silverton Opens Hollywood Roosevelt Eatery

The James Beard Foundation Award winner’s first new, Los Angeles restaurant opening since 2013 – The Barish – debuts in Tinseltown.

Cowboy Palace Saloon To Reopen Friday

Chatsworth's favorite honky-tonk spot is offering drinks and jukebox music at 25% capacity.

Valley Of Change To Host Weekend Of Giving Back In The Valley

The organization will hand out food to unhoused residents next weekend, before doing a community cleanup the next day.

Man Charged In Sherman Oaks Shootout With Off-Duty LAPD Officer

Police said the man broke into an officer's car and took his weapon and bulletproof vest, before the two got into a shootout.

See's Candies Opens Thursday At The Shops At Rossmoor

See's Candies opens in Seal Beach, at The Shops At Rossmoor, bringing their 1oo year candy-making tradition, just in time for Mother's Day.

Injured Mountain Biker Airlifted Out Of Topanga State Park

Firefighters searched the remote area of the park to find the bike, while the man was flown to a nearby hospital.

Beverly Hills City Hall Reopens To The Public

For the first time in over a year, the public can make in-person appointments to receive city services.

Climate Action Webinar Scheduled In Agoura Hills

On Monday, the public is encouraged to offer feedback on the draft of the city's Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

Project Elevate Helps Chatsworth Students With School Costs

A pilot initiative is targeting struggling students who don't qualify for aid pay for college application and testing fees.

No Boat Found During Coast Search In Palos Verdes

Neither a boat nor wreckage were found during an ocean search in Palos Verdes Tuesday.

Gas Leak In Costa Mesa Leads To Closures, Evacuations: Report

Costa Mesa Fire and Police blocked roads and evacuated a portion of a nearby apartment complex after a gas leak was reported Wednesday.

Did You Feel It? Small Earthquake Jolts Beach Cities

A magnitude 2.6 earthquake jolted Hermosa, Redondo and Manhattan beaches Tuesday.

21-Year-Old Assault With A Deadly Weapon Suspect Arrested

A 21-year-old man suspected of assault with a deadly weapon was arrested Sunday in Santa Monica, police said.

Pet Adoption Fees Reduced For 'Empty the Shelters' Event

The SpcaLA "Empty the Shelters" campaign runs through Sunday.

LA City Council Votes To Create Traqueros Monument In Venice

The City Council voted to start the process of installing a monument in Venice to Los Angeles' "traqueros," Mexican American railroad.

Look Inside This $35 Million Fully Furnished Corona Del Mar Home

Why do we love this Corona Del Mar dream home? Here are $35 million reasons you should take a look beyond that stunning outside curb appeal.

Woman Killed On 10 Freeway Identified

A 50-year-old woman who was struck and killed on a 10 Freeway onramp was identified.

Join 'Coffee With A Cop' At Redondo Beach Police Station

Join a "Coffee with a Cop" event Wednesday afternoon in Redondo Beach.

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